The current predicament of the club is a far cry from the halcyon days of the past, with them being Premier League title challengers under Kevin Keegan in the 90’s and then Champions League hopefuls under Sir Bobby Robson.

Carver was part of the staff during Robson’s highly impressive time in charge, and was keen to highlight the differences between those sides and the one currently at his disposal.

Sean Lunt

Sean Lunt is a Journalism and Spanish graduate with a passion for football. As an avid Everton fan he has survived the Walter Smith era, enjoyed the resurgence under David Moyes and is now wholly embracing the Spanish revolution with Roberto Martinez. Away from Everton he follows the rest of the football league and has a particular interest in La Liga.